China’s US trade moves show it’s ready to fight back but willing to make a deal
- Posted on February 4, 2025
- By South China Morning Post
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China’s US trade moves show it’s ready to fight back but willing to make a deal
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Beijing retaliates after Trump’s tariffs take effect, but analysts say China may face tougher trade battle than Canada or Mexico.